What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tarka Line?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tarka Line station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Rail Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Tarka Line?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Tarka Line. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Eggesford via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tarka Line?

The distance between Cardiff and Tarka Line is 138 miles. The road distance is 116.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Tarka Line without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tarka Line bus from?

Cardiff to Tarka Line bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tarka Line train from?

Cardiff to Tarka Line train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Tarka Line?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Tarka Line bus arrive?

Cardiff to Tarka Line bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Cardiff to Tarka Line train arrive?

Cardiff to Tarka Line train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tarka Line?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tarka Line is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Tarka Line.

Where can I stay near Tarka Line?

There are 709+ hotels available in Tarka Line.

Cardiff to Tarka Line - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Eggesfordtrain
4h 20m
£56–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
5h 25m
£23–53
Drive 116.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tarka Linecar 116.2 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 43m
£60–111

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Tarka Line.

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Distance: 136.9 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Tarka Line, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Tarka Line via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Eggesford in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Street once a week. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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